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  • Image of karate student wearing a cotton canvas karate uniform

    Martial Arts Uniforms for Sensitive Skin and Eczema
    By Pacific Sports • May 21, 2026
    For martial artists with eczema or sensitive skin, fabric choice is critical. Unlike poly-cotton blends that trap heat and moisture, 100% cotton gi breathe naturally
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  • Taekwondo student executing powerful kick into training shield at Pacific International Taekwondo

    Improve your kicks with kicking shields
    By Pacific Sports • March 18, 2025
    Kicking shields are one of the most versatile training tools in martial arts.
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  • Taekwondo shoes, image of top and sole of the shoes

    Taekwondo shoes guide: benefits, features and sizing
    By Pacific Sports • December 20, 2024
    Taekwondo Shoes: Why Your Feet Will Thank You for Wearing Them Barefoot training is essential in Taekwondo, but hundreds of sessions on hard surfaces accumulate
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  • Image shows 2 men practising BJJ wearing blue gis

    Which colour gi (martial arts uniform) should be worn?
    By Pacific Sports • November 20, 2024
    White remains the universal standard across Karate, Taekwondo, Judo, and BJJ — and if you’re unsure, it’s always the right choice. But coloured gi are
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  • Practice routines with Pacific Sports MMA gloves
    By Pacific Sports • October 11, 2024
    Pacific Sports MMA gloves are great for all kinds of practice routines. Here are some practice routines to get you in fighting shape. Gear up
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  • Image shows front view of a white karate jacket and a black karate jacket

    You can buy a Gi Jacket or a Gi Pant without buying a Gi
    By Pacific Sports • September 25, 2024
    When only one piece wears out, replacing the entire gi is unnecessary. Pacific Sports sells gi jackets, pants, and belts individually for Karate, Taekwondo, BJJ,
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    What to wear under a gi (martial arts uniform) ?
    By Pacific Sports • August 28, 2024
    New to training and unsure what goes underneath your gi? The answer varies by gender, discipline, and season. From rash guards for BJJ groundwork to
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  • Front view of a lightweight and a heavyweight karate uniform

    What is the Difference Between a Lightweight and a Heavyweight Gi?
    By Pacific Sports • July 26, 2024
    Lightweight vs Heavyweight Gi — Which Is Right for Your Training? Gi weights range from 8oz to 18oz, and the difference matters more than most
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  • Pacific Sports compression tops, shorts, and pants
    By Pacific Sports • July 15, 2024
    In martial arts, compression garments provide both comfort and performance. The compression level is mild or moderate and they offer warmth along with protection from
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  • Image shows closeup of front of a Taekwondo dobok

    What is a Dobok?
    By Pacific Sports • June 4, 2024
    The word dobok means “clothing for the way” — but there’s more to it than that. From its Japanese and Korean design influences to the
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  • Image shows man weight training while wearing compression tanktop

    Can I lose weight by wearing compression garments?
    By Pacific Sports • May 8, 2024
    The honest answer is no — not in any meaningful way. Sweating more produces water loss, not fat loss. But compression wear does have real,
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  • Side image of MMA gloves with a closed thumb

    MMA gloves – Open thumb or Closed thumb?
    By Pacific Sports • April 18, 2024
    It’s a small structural difference with real training consequences. Open thumb gloves give you better grip for grappling; closed thumb reduces injury risk and accidental
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